Polycast Labs releases Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares on PC

Polycast Labs, a Portuguese independent studio, has released the 3D platformer Bobo and the Chest of Nightmares on PC via Steam. Developed solely by David Ho over an 11-month period, the game reached 20,000 Steam wishlists prior to its launch.

The narrative follows Bobo, a court jester who accidentally releases the Dreammaster from a legendary chest during a circus performance. Players must explore various realms to recover EchoMares and restore balance to a world turned into a nightmare. The gameplay features semi-open exploration, puzzle-solving, and boss battles, utilizing mechanics such as double jumps, wall sliding, and gliding.

In addition to a modern version, the game includes a Retro Mode designed to emulate the difficulty of 1990s platformers. While currently available on PC with support for multiple languages including English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, and German, console versions for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series, and PlayStation are expected in the first quarter of 2027.